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Sweet Briar Lake near New Salem offers excellent boat access with **two dedicated boat ramps and docks**, making it convenient for kayakers, canoeists, and motorboaters. Located at 3722 Co Rd 84 in Morton County, the 886-acre lake provides a well-developed access point managed by the Morton County Department of Parks and Campgrounds.
The facility includes amenities that support extended outings, including primitive camping, picnic shelters, vault toilets, and portable water. The lake is known for fishing opportunities (walleye, pike, perch, bluegill, crappie, and largemouth bass) and birdwatching, making it appealing for paddlers interested in wildlife viewing. Multiple fishing piers (both floating and earthen) suggest the lake has good structure and stable water conditions suitable for recreational paddling.
This is a full-service access site ideal for day trips or camping-based paddling adventures, with ample parking and support facilities for paddlers planning to spend time on the water.